Wat Tham Khuha Sawan, Buddhist temple in Khuha Sawan, Thailand.
Wat Tham Khuha Sawan is a Buddhist temple built within natural cave formations, containing multiple chambers with Buddha statues and religious objects arranged throughout its passages. The inner caverns are decorated with carvings and paintings that define the structure's character.
The temple originated several centuries ago as a major Buddhist pilgrimage destination and later became a registered historic site in Thailand. The natural caves were gradually transformed into a religious sanctuary over time.
The temple maintains a room dedicated to the late abbot Luang Pu Kam, whose preserved body rests in a glass case covered with gold leaf. This veneration forms an important part of the spiritual practice observed here today.
Visitors can reach the temple by climbing the impressive naga staircase that leads to its entrance. Early morning hours offer the most comfortable temperatures for exploring the caves and passages inside.
The temple houses one of Thailand's largest gongs, whose deep tones reverberate through the cave chambers when struck during ceremonies. The instrument is known for its powerful resonant qualities that fill the natural caverns in a distinctive way.
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